Friday, May 28, 2010

CaRu Throwback of the Week

In 2007, as an instructor at the Pennsylvania Performing Arts Center, Cassie appeared on a PBS39 special.

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

CaRu Entertainment Seeking Summer Intern

CaRu Entertainment, a fast-paced and rapidly growing company, is seeking an unpaid summer intern to start ASAP.

CaRu is a full service entertainment company, focused primarily on dance and production. CaRu, owned and directed by professional dancer and choreographer Cassie Russo, is based out of New York City.


The summer intern is responsible for a multitude of tasks including, but not limited to, day-to-day office management, scheduling, answering/rolling calls and maintaining overall organization of company materials. Other duties as assigned. Ability to work in high-energy, demanding atmosphere is a MUST.


Candidate must be out-going and motivated with superior writing skills and computer knowledge. Previous administrative experience in an office setting and proficiency in Windows and MAC preferred. Understanding of the dance industry and ability to do hair/make-up are a bonus.


Must be able to commit to at least 2 to 3 days per week in Avalon, NJ. This is a great opportunity for dancers interested in the behind-the-scenes of dance production, and may lead to opportunities beyond the summer season.


Please forward resume and photograph to Emily at emily@caruentertainment.com.


For more information about CaRu Entertainment, visit www.caruentertainment.com.

Monday, May 17, 2010

Vixens Co-Captains Celebrate Captain Morgan's Birthday

Shannon and Megan, 2010 Vixens Dance Team Co-Captains, were invited to celebrate Captain Morgan's 375th Birthday at Mad River in Philadelphia on Saturday.

The celebration in the city that spawned the nation was one of many hosted by Maxim Magazine across the country. In honor of the epic event, a special birthday cake featuring a visage of the iconic Captain Morgan created by Buddy Valastro and his team at Carlo's Bakery (setting of the hit TV show "Cake Boss") was unveiled during the party.

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Summer Classes in Avalon, NJ

CaRu Entertainment's founder and artistic director, Cassie Russo, will be hosting summer dance workshops in Avalon, NJ beginning June 7. Classes are held Monday through Friday in both the morning and evening at Island Aerobics. Get your body beach ready and keep it up while honing your natural dance abilities and moving beyond your current limitations.

Morning/Early Afternoon

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Adults (18+)
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. - Teens (14-17)
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Pre-teens (10-13)

Evening
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Pre-teens (10-13)
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - Teens (14-17)
8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - Adults (18+)

Mondays - Hip Hop
Tuesdays - Street Jazz
Wednesdays - Contemporary Hip Hop
Thursdays - Jazz
Fridays - Street Hip Hop

Please call Island Aerobics at 609-368-0880 for reservations. Space is limited.